Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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¶ROANFEAL, n.comb. A sod or turf cut from the surface of a sward.Cai. 1869 Trans. Highl. Soc. 441:
The levels along the channel proposed in 1860 as laid off on the ground by roanfeals cut on each side.
